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Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas and The Douglas Brothers Foundation is Honored by National Football Foundation for Outstanding Contribution to Community
By Staff
Atlanta Falcons Neal Pope spoke notably about Harry Douglas community involvement with the Atlanta Falcons and his foundation which has served over 10,000 children in the past 4 years. The Douglas Brothers Holiday Treat Festival serves over 1,800 children each year. The Back-to-School Bash which the foundation has partnered with Chick-fil-A serves over 1,800 children each year. In addition, the foundation serves over 1,500 meals each year throughout Atlanta Metro area. Harry and Toney Douglas and their family are really true champions. Thanks for all you do for the community.
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Douglas Speaks to Youth at Perry Learning Center Honor Program
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Sherita Nixon Receives Harry Douglas Award
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On May 8, 2013 at Mundy’s Mill School the Perry Learning Center held its Honor Program. Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas was a guest speaker. He spoke about having a successful mind set and the root cause of poverty starts in the mind. He awarded a student $500 for paying attention and reciting what he spoke to them.
The Harry Douglas Award was awarded to Sherita Nixon of the Perry Learning Center of Clayton County Schools. This award is given to top academic students that are focused on pursuing higher education. The Perry Learning Center honored Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas, the Family and Douglas Brothers Foundation for their contribution to the community and the Perry Learning Center. The Harry Douglas Award began five years ago when Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas became a supporting partner. Annually The Perry Learning Center selects a winner of this prestigious award and the winner receives $1,000 scholarship for college. Dr. Betty Kennebrew who does an excellent job leading and motivating students to be successful was instrumental in the Harry Douglas Award. She also volunteers her service at The Douglas Brothers Foundation main events.
The Douglas Family Foundation is honored for their Great Community Service by The Perry Learning Center.
The Douglas Family is honored to sponsor The Perry Learning Center for what it stands for: “In Pursuit of Excellence” and expectations of its students. In addition, it is very important to honor the teachers for their efforts and sacrifices to teach our youth. “We are very serious about our young people getting their education and continuing on to college or other schools of higher education, “stated Mr. Douglas. Rewarding students and teachers for their accomplishments is a great motivator to inspire them to continue with great success in reaching their goals.
What is the Back-to-School Bash?
It’s an annual event held to prepare children for the new school year. Children are blessed with school supplies, free haircuts and a meal to celebrate the start of the new school year. We have partnered with Chick-fil-A to make it exciting for children. They provide a variety of fun and game activities for the children and their families to enjoy. Come and enjoy the fun!
Calvary Refuge Center- Forest Park, GA
Toys and shoes distribution to women and children
Date: May 18, 2013 Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Atlanta Union Mission- Atlanta, GA
Feeding the Homeless
Date: May 26, 2013 Time: 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Hurt Park- Downtown Atlanta, GA
Feeding the Homeless
Date: June 1, 2013 Time: 3:30pm to 6:00pm
What is the Holiday Treat Festival? It is an annual event that The Douglas Brothers Foundation host to provide a holiday festive for needy families in our community. We provide toys to children ages 3 to 12, free haircuts for boys, selected vendors display, distribute material and provide medical services to the public. There is also entertainment for the youth and guest speakers. Pre-registration is required.
Thousands Turnout for the Fourth Annual Holiday Treat Festival to be Blessed
By Harry Douglas, Sr.
 Thousands of families came out to Jonesboro High School to receive Christmas gifts. Pro Athlete Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas and Houston Rockets Toney Douglas, with their father, mother and sister who operates The Douglas Brothers Foundation provides several outreach programs to families. This year’s event drew about 4,000 people. Services provided were: 12 barbers’ free haircuts, Piedmont Hospital Fayetteville and Piedmont Henry provided: cholesterol/glucose screenings, blood pressure checks and information, WellCare resources, Global Tech Academy, Veteran information and free food for about 1,500 participants. In addition, there was fun entertainment by Sam Collier “No Losing”, JJ Evans “Be Who You Are”, Atlanta Falcons Bird Lady –“DEO WAB” and great singers “Immeasurable”. They all put on a great performance for the children. Atlanta Falcons Players appeared in big numbers along with Falcons Cheerleaders to support their teammate Harry Douglas. Although Houston Rockets Toney Douglas could not make it, he gave his best wishes to the participants. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas stated the event has out grown the school. Each year it gets bigger and bigger.
Atlanta Falcons Matt Ryan and Roddy White have not missed an event since it began four years ago. Julio Jones has appeared the two years he has been with the Falcons. We thank all the Atlanta Falcons players that showed up: Matt Ryan, Roddy White, Julio Jones, Brent Grimes, Robert McClain, James Rodgers, Kevin Cone, Jonathan Massaquoi, Tim Toone, and Antoine Smith.
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas want to thank all the volunteers and sponsors for their support. Without the volunteers, it would be impossible to complete our holiday events. We especially give special thanks to Project Manager Angela Holder, Beverly Gaither, Sharon Ward, Ramona Sims, Shericka Reddick, Quajulan Wimberly, Betty Kennebrew, Leroy Sims, James Moore, John Walker, Marty Holder, Troy Portis Security, Clayton County Sheriff Department, Gordon Lynch Photography and Rod Smith Photography for their consistent commitment at our events.
This year’s event served 1,200 children and gave 160 bikes. Unfortunately, there were 1,000 children on the waiting list to participate. Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas and his fiancé, former Falcons Cheerleader Kierra Anderson stated they are looking to do more and add more to the event. The Douglas Brothers Foundation provides the holiday event and other resources for youth growth and development. Your monetary support is needed and appreciated to reach all to help prevent a waiting list for any event we host. Our mission is “Touching and Changing Lives” and “Building Today’s Youth for Tomorrow” Our next events is the Essay Contest through March 1, 2013 and coming soon is the Career Seminar for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. Watch the web for Career Seminar information and registration.
The 2013 Holiday Treat Festival Event: The event registration will start in September 2013 and end October 31st. Parents make sure you meet the deadline date to be eligible. The Douglas Brothers Holiday Treat Festival has become one of the largest in the southeast. In the last two years over 9,000 people have attended and over 3,000 children have been blessed. We love serving our community!!
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Volunteers and Falcons Players
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Sam Collier and Children
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Bird Lady and Dancers
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Toys
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Food Server
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People present
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Special thanks to our 2012 sponsors:
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Other Sponsors:
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Felicia Brown Principal of Jonesboro High and staff
Dan Meahlman- JHS Athletic Director
Mrs. Luvenia W. Jackson- Clayton County School Superintendent
Clayton County Sheriff Department
Security Troy Portis of Protective Services
Joe Wilburn- Check-fil-A Tara Blvd.
Gordon Lynch Photography
Rod Smith Photography
Angela Holder- DBF Project Manager
Beverly Gaither- DBF Assistant
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Adidas for shoes and apparel
Amerigroup Real Solutions
Antrel Rolle
Arnaldo De Jesus
Atlanta Falcons & Players for support and paraphernalia
Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders
Brandon Phillips Barber
Chick-fil-A Dwarf House on Tara Blvd- Jonesboro, Mt. Zion, Riverdale & Forest Park
Chris and Ali Margelli
David Horne State Farm Insurance
Douglas Brothers Harry and Toney Douglas
Emily Stewart
Fox 5 TV Sports
Get It Right Barber
H.O.P.E. and WDMMD, Inc. Investment Clubs
Hooters
Jennie Williams
Jerry France
Jon Barry
Little Giant Foods
Lynch Photo
Master Edge Barber
Max Cleaners
Mrs. Harry & Stephanie Douglas
Oneta Bobbett
Piedmont Hospital-Henry and Fayetteville
Publix
Ron Green- CPA
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
Shauna Lane
Silver Star Barber Shop- Sweet Auburn Ave
South Atlanta Lexus
The Cattle Exchange
The Gwinnett Gladiators
Todd France and 5 Star Athletes Staff
Truitt Grill- Mt. Zion- Morrow, GA
Valanta Harris
Walter & Darius Thomas Barber
Wanda Yap
WellCare- Leslie Potts
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Career Seminar- The seminar begins spring 2013. For high school sophomores, juniors and seniors training is provided for the following: How to prepare for job interview; How to dress for success; How to complete a resume and other career subjects to assist the youth to have a successful job interview. Registration required at open registration period.
Perry Center honors students for hard work
The Perry Learning Center held Honor's Night at the Performing Arts Center on Monday, May 14 . Faculty and staff joined the honorees and their families as they received various awards, both academic and personal, for their hard work and service to the center.
Students shared musical selections and poetry between various awards from school administration, the counseling office, and individual academic departments. Coach Alan "Duck" Richards provided the inspirational keynote to the ceremony as he encouraged students to further their success.
He gave the students four major keys to achieving their own dreams, which included education, positive associations, goal setting, and persistence. Coach Richards finished out his vibrant speech with a strong message to the students: "You may have done what they said you did, but you are not who they say you are."
One of the center's shining stars of the evening was senior Yamika Givens. She received special recognition and congratulations from the CTAE Department. During her time as a dual enrollment student, Givens has earned three technical college certificates from Atlanta Technical College. She will participate in its graduation Friday, May 18, at the Atlanta Civic Center.
The applause didn't stop there for Givens, as she continued to receive recognition for her hard work at the Perry Center. She was the proud recipient of the Harry Douglas Award, presented personally by Harry Douglas IV, wide-receiver for the Atlanta Falcons.
After an inspiration and celebratory evening, the honorees and their families departed the Performing Arts Center with arms full of awards and praise. In the words of student poet and award recipient, Tanisha Millens, the students of the Perry Learning Center certainly have something "worth celebrating." - Submitted by Pasquale J. Crea, Media Specialist.
Project Coat
Help keep a child warm and donate a coat. The Douglas Brothers Foundation thanks the Gwinnett Gladiators for their coats donation.
If your child is in need of a coat, please call at 770-960-7770 or submit contact request for date of distribution. First come, first serve while supplies last. The coat drive ends on February 24, 2012.
We thank our partners and volunteers for our Third Annual Holiday Treat Festival
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We are greatful for our partners and volunteers that help make the 2011 Holiday Treat Festival a success for many families. We appreciate the support and service you willingly provided:
Clayton County Superintendent Dr. Ed Heatley
Stephanie Johnson Principal- Jonesboro High School
Roddy White Keep The Faith Foundation
Clayton County Sheriff Department
Troy Portis Protective Services
Piedmont Hospital-Atlanta
Piedmont Hospital-Fayetteville
Southern Regional Medical Center
Amerigroup Corporation
Lynch Photo
Sam Collier- Singer/Song Writer/Activist
Adidas
Atlanta Falcons Players and Cheerleaders
Atlanta Falcon Harry Douglas
New York knicks
New York Knicks Toney Douglas
National Basketball Association- NBA
The Gladiators
The Cattle Exchange
Chick-fil-A Dwarf House- Tara Blvd.
Truett's Grill- Morrow- Mt. Zion Blvd.
Hooters- Tara Blvd.
Publix
Bridges to Success
3 Dimensional Counseling Center
Business Technology Outreach
Image Fatherhood Consultants
Positive Press PR
Real Help! Network, Inc.
The Veterans Center
FootFiHR of Briarcliff Road
Walmart
Target
State Farm Insurance- David Horne
Ron Green- CPA
Get It Right Barber
Atlanta Finest Barber
Silver Star Barber Shop
Beautiful-U-Hair Salon
Brandon Phillips Barber
Walter & Darius Walden Barber
Harry & Stephanie Douglas
Chris Margelli
Joyce Deane
Ira Genburg- Troutman Sanders Attorney at Law
Wendell Hackney, MD
Shaundra Strozier
Thomas Hynes
Alicia Wascom
Veronica Williams
Carl & Wendy Labat
Many dedicated volunteers
Celebrity Bowling for Babies
The Celebrity Bowling for Babies event hosted by Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas on November 14, 2011 was a great success at 300 Atlanta 2175 Savoy Drive, Atlanta, GA. Harry's teammates came out with great support. Thank you Matt Ryan, Ray Edwards, Roddy White, Michael Turner, Thomas DeCoud, Brent Grimes, William Moore, Lucas Cox, Dunte Robinson, Julio Jones, Eric Weems, Stephen Nicholas, Tony Gonzalez and Chris Redman. This was third year Harry has hosted this event. What a big success!! The Douglas Family would like to thank all our guests for coming out to support March of Dimes event.
Celebrity Bowling for Babies
The Celebrity Bowling for Babies event hosted by Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas on November 14, 2011 was a great success at 300 Atlanta 2175 Savoy Drive, Atlanta, GA. Harry's teammates came out with great support. Thank you Matt Ryan, Ray Edwards, Roddy White, Michael Turner, Thomas DeCoud, Brent Grimes, William Moore, Lucas Cox, Dunte Robinson, Julio Jones, Eric Weems, Stephen Nicholas, Tony Gonzalez and Chris Redman. This was third year Harry has hosted this event. What a big success!! The Douglas Family would like to thank all our guests for coming out to support March of Dimes event.
Atlanta Falcons Loss on the Field did not Affect a Win with Teens!!
Atlanta Falcons Ray Edwards with teens
Atlanta Falcons Curtis Lofton with teens
Atlanta Falcons are winners when it comes to class, character and heart. We would like to give big, big ups thanks to Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas who had a monster game and his teammates. Some of Harry Douglas's teammates took the time to inspire teens. They were Ray Edwards, Roddy White, Eric Weems, Curtis Lofton, Stephen Nicholas, Matt Ryan, Justin Blalock, Julio Jones, Brent Grimes and Thomas DeCoud. With their hard loss, they took to the time out after the game to entertain sixteen multi-talent youth by signing autographs, taking pictures and talking to them about good grades and doing the right thing in life. Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas is the CEO of the Douglas Brothers Foundation, Incorporated. Youth present are a part of the Douglas Brothers Youth Center. Atlanta Falcons teammates planted good seeds into the youth today. We are proud of the Atlanta Falcons team and deeply appreciate their effort to reach out to our youth.
Mr. Douglas, Mrs. Douglas and Staff
Awards Ceremony
Dr. Earl Suttle- Motivational Speaker
The Honor of Champions Awards was a great success with 100 volunteers in attendance. Guest motivational speaker Dr. Earl Suttle brought the house down with his powerful, positive energy. The foundation provided free food, give-away gifts and awards: Volunteer of the Year Dan Maehlman, Special Recognition Volunteer of the Year Stephanie Johnson, Principle of Jonesboro High School, Community Outreach Volunteers of the Year Carl and Wendy Labat, Top Youth Volunteer Raven Charleston, Youth Program Coordinator Volunteer William Souder; Youth Awards: Carey Wimberly, Deantre Mack, Jalen Lee, Brenton Gaither and Cedric Labat. Great reviews and thanks were received from the volunteers who felt deeply appreciated. We want to thank our Sponsors and all Volunteers and Members for all their support.
We are accepting donations for our Third Annual Holiday Treat Festival held on December 21, 2011, at 3:30pm at Jonesboro High School. Thank you for being a part of a great cause.
2011 Back to School Bash
Harry Douglas & others wallking to participate in BTS Bash
The Back to School Bash was a lot of fun!! This was our second year joining the event hosted by Chick-fil-A and Clayton County School System. The event was held on August 6, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Jonesboro. There were many businesses from the community that made a positive impact giving to needy children. Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas appeared to meet many people and sign autographs for children. He also passed out school supply packages to children and took pictures with him. Harry stated he loves being involved with his foundation and Clayton County School System. He has adopted several schools in Clayton county in which he sponsors Point South Elementary, The Perry Center, Jonesboro High and Lee Street Elementary. The Douglas Brothers Foundation provided free haircuts for 80 children, distributed school supplies to 500 children, had drawings for Atlanta Falcons tickets and signed pictures/cards of Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas and New York Knicks Toney Douglas.
The Douglas family has been very active in Clayton community for several years. Parents Harry and Stephanie Douglas do a great job putting activities together for children. Harry Douglas, Toney Douglas and the family want to thank our Volunteers, Donors, Office Max and Office Depot for their assistance to help make this event a success.
Sponsors and volunteers are needed for our Holiday Festival Treat Event!! Thank you.
 One of our goals is to support and provide resources for Clayton County youth and young adults for better education and career skills. The Douglas Brothers Foundation presented its first academic scholarship to two recipients at Jonesboro High School Honor
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